Cucurbita pepo Patisson Green-White – Decorative and sustainable patisson

Cucurbita pepo Patisson Green-White is a highly ornamental patisson variety that offers gardeners both visual and culinary delights. The flattened, round-shaped fruits are white with green stripes, approximately 15 cm in diameter, and are both healthy and durable. This patisson is a beautiful eye-catcher in the garden, on the patio, or in the kitchen, combining decorative value with edible quality.

Key Features

Patisson Green-White is known for its striking appearance and healthy fruit formation. The contrasting white and green of the fruits makes it an excellent choice for ornamental use in the garden, on tables, or in flower arrangements. The flattened, round fruits are robust and keep well, making them suitable for extended storage before use or display.

• Fruit size: approx. 15 cm

• Use: Decorative patisson, edible

• Maturation time: 80 days

• Growth habit: Moderately climbing

• Planting distance: approximately 1 m² per plant

Culinary applications

The Patisson Green-White is versatile in the kitchen. Harvested young, the fruits can be used like zucchini, fried, steamed, or stuffed with various ingredients. Their compact size and firm skin make them ideal for stuffed dishes and a visually appealing presentation on a plate or buffet.

This patisson can be halved, steamed, or baked and is an excellent choice for healthy meals and light dishes. Their durable fruit structure retains flavor and texture during cooking, making them a flexible and reliable choice for home cooks and culinary enthusiasts.

Cultivation and care

Cucurbita pepo Patisson Green-White grows best in warm, well-drained soil. The variety can be pre-grown for an early harvest and planted out later, or sown directly in the ground from early May. The seeds germinate optimally at 24–30°C, after which the young plants are best placed in a brighter, cooler location for strong, healthy growth.

• Sowing period: End of April for planting out, or sow directly from early May

• Sowing method: Place the pointed end of the seed downwards or lay it flat.

• Seed moisture: Do not keep seeds too moist

Thanks to its moderate climbing habit, Patisson Green-White has a compact growth habit, providing approximately 1 m² per plant. This makes the variety ideal for smaller gardens, balconies, and patios, while still guaranteeing a bountiful harvest.

Harvest and ripening

With a ripening period of approximately 80 days, this patisson produces early and reliable results. The flattened, round-shaped fruits retain their attractive colors and firmness, making them suitable for immediate decoration or consumption. The combination of visual appeal and edible quality makes it a top choice for both ornamental and culinary uses.

Benefits of Patisson Green-White

1. Decorative white-green appearance – ideal for ornamental purposes and flower arrangements.

2. Compact, moderately climbing growth – suitable for smaller gardens and limited space.

3. Durable and robust – long shelf life and quality retention.

4. Culinarily versatile – can be eaten young or used in stuffed dishes.

5. Early and reliable harvest – maturation time of only 80 days.